Crossrail to host suppliers open day
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Crossrail and the National Specialist Contractors Council are to host a ‘meet the contractor’ event, so that suppliers can hear first-hand about contract opportunities, and meet with a range of Crossrail tier one (main) contractors.

Rising construction activity fails to lift confidence
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The monthly survey of construction purchasing managers suggests a steady and modest recovery in construction, but confidence remains absent.

Gong for Hindhead Tunnel project manager
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The engineer who restored peace to the Devil’s Punch Bowl has been awarded an MBE.

Travis Perkins acquires remaining 70% of Toolstation
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Builders’ merchant group Travis Perkins has acquired the remaining 70% of Toolstation Ltd from Somerset-based Mark Goddard-Watts and his family trusts.

Initial Facilities Shows Commitment to Training with Apprenticeship Scheme
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Twenty-one Initial Facilities cleaning operatives working on the London Underground have completed a Government-funded apprenticeship programme. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

5% fall predicted for construction output this year
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Economists at the Construction Products Association are forecasting a 5% fall in construction output for 2012, with no recovery in sight for 2013 either.

Best selling homogeneous vinyl flooring is now even better
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Tarkett, a global leader in sustainable flooring solutions, has reinvigorated its iQ Optima range of homogeneous vinyl flooring with fresh new colours and formats, and enhanced performance characteristics. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on…[Read more]

Rogue builder jailed
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A rogue builder has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for ripping off domestic customers to the tune of more than £500,000.

Armitt’s knighthood leads construction’s New Year Honours
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Two engineers leading the construction of London’s Olympic facilities are among recipients of New Year Honours.

Door Handles LTD Offer Tips on How to Sell your Home in the New Year
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Camfil Farr managers elected Eurovent chairmen
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In Europe, two members of Camfil Farr’s management have taken the position of Chairman within Eurovent*, the European Committee of Air Handling and Refrigeration Equipment Industries. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Kier Sheffield wins gold at the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s National Company Awards
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Kier Sheffield has been awarded gold at the first ever Considerate Constructors Scheme National Company Awards, recognising the company’s commitment to being a considerate, responsible neighbour when carrying out work in the city…[Read more]

Refreshed Health and Safety Test to Aid Standards in construction
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The construction industry is set to benefit from an improved level of health and safety awareness in 2012 as CITB-ConstructionSkills launches its new Health, Safety and Environment Test.

Confidence low as half of construction firms report income fall
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A tough 12 months for the UK’s construction sector have kept confidence at low levels, with around one in ten employers fearing that their business won’t survive the recession, new research reveals.

Diversification Key to Success in Tough Economic Climate
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Contract Cleaning businesses are being urged to broaden their skills base and diversify to bring in new sales. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Festive cheer with Kier!
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Kier Harlow donates festive hampers to the vulnerable, elderly and homeless Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday

Home improvement and housing development planning applications still falling
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The Northern Ireland Planning Second Quarterly Development Management Statistical Bulletin 2011/12 provisional figures have been published today.

Revised permitted development rights for use of land as a caravan site
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The Planning (General Development) (Amendment No. 2) Order (Northern Ireland) 2011

Bad weather will be ‘snow’ problem for Kier
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With Christmas decorations already going up across the UK and the weather getting ever colder, repairs and maintenance provider Kier is determined not to let bad weather interfere with the invaluable service it provides to customers of Boston Mayflower and L&H Homes. Posted…[Read more]

Kier provides work experience opportunities for out of work youngsters
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Kier in Boston is helping to reduce youth unemployment across the region by proving unique training opportunities for young people looking to start their careers in administration. Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it? Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday